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Clockwise from left: Governors State University provides excellence and innovation to students. (PROVIDED); The main GSU campus is adjacent to I-57 and near I-80. It is also accessible through Metra Electric and PACE lines (TAMMY LEATHEM); GSU’s active student life allows classmates to meet to study or unwind (PROVIDED).
BIG IDEAS HELP STUDENTS SUCCEED AT GOVERNORS STATE UNIVERSITY cademic excellence and innovation are natural partners. At Governors State University you’ll find an abundance of both. The university is expert at offering a great education at a great value to both our Illinois and Indiana students. One major innovation at GSU is that Indiana residents now pay the same low state tuition as Illinois residents. GSU’s tuition and fees are the lowest of all the state universities in Illinois. No matter what your education goals, GSU has degree and certificate programs that will help you get there. In every program, you’ll find gifted professors and small class sizes to help you reach your goals. You’ll also find more than 70 student clubs and honor societies that encourage you to explore whatever interests you. GSU offers classes when you need them during the day or evening, online,
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on television and at locations around the region. The main campus is adjacent to I-57 and near I-80. It is also accessible through Metra Electric and PACE lines. Whether you are a traditional age freshman beginning your first year of college, an adult returning to school after service in the military or coming out of a busy time of life, or a graduate student seeking to hone your professional credentials, GSU has the
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education option designed to meet your needs. ■ Enroll in our first freshman class and complete your first two years of general education courses in an innovative program that stresses student achievement through small classes and themed areas of study. ■ If you are interested in transferring to GSU to complete a degree begun at another institution or even years
earlier, attend a Transfer Thursday session and learn if you are accepted instantly. Transfer Thursday takes place two Thursdays per month. At Transfer Thursday, you check-in with your official transcripts and complete an application. You then take a tour of the campus, meet with a financial aid advisor and receive your admission decision before you leave. ■ If you already have an undergraduate degree, consider the next step and earn a graduate degree or certificate. GSU has 28 master’s degree programs, five doctoral programs and 23 certificate programs – each one designed to qualify you for a brighter future with the skills and tools you need. All GSU programs are taught by professors who serve as talented educators, researchers and mentors and who are ready to help you take the next step in your education and career. There are many ways to enhance your options at GSU. Learn more. Go to govst.edu or call 708.534.4490. It is never too late to start on your future. MARCH 21, 2014 . EDUCATION GUIDE . 3
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FINANCING EDUCATION Financial aid forms and deadlines can stress out students, but with the right resources, they can navigate the system with ease. â– The Indiana Commission for Higher Education funded 85,475 students with $278 million in awards and scholarships for the 2012 to 2013 academic year, according to its web site in.gov/che.
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study and all prospective and current students nationwide are encouraged to fill it out annually. In Indiana, this year’s state deadline ow do students access that was March 10. In Illinois, there is no money? An important step is specific deadline but new applications filling out the FAFSA, or free application were accepted beginning Jan. 1, 2014, and continue until funds are depleted, for federal student aid. This according to fafsa.ed.gov. At Purdue University Calumet in is the umbrella Hammond, 55 percent of all students application for receive aid whether via scholarships need based or loans. The campus itself awards financial aid including grants, $2 million in scholarships annually. student loans continued on page 6 and federal work
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FLEXIBLE EDUCATION WITH A PERSONAL TOUCH AT CALUMET COLLEGE OF ST. JOSEPH alumet College of St. Joseph is a small, family-oriented, four-year college offering master’s, bachelor’s, and associate’s degrees. We serve a diverse student population that represents the Calumet area. Our small class sizes enhance the learning process and provide personal attention from faculty. CCSJ’s Degree Completion Programs are designed to meet the educational needs of adults unable to complete their degree in the traditional manner. Adults with two years of transferable college credit can earn their degree in as little as 12 months. We offer classes at the University Center in Portage as well as our Whiting campus that are designed for maximum convenience for the life of a busy adult.
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From left: Class sizes are small and designed for project-based learning; start of the art learning technology center; counselors work with adult learners. These programs consist of cluster groups of approximately 15 adult learners who meet twice a week for 4 hour classes with a comprehensive curriculum of 14 modules of concentrated studies. In addition, each student must draw on coursework, library resources and prior experience to complete an integrated project. Our faculty members have real
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world experience to enhance the learning experience and they also provide a network of contacts for our graduates. Not sure if this is the right fit for you? How will it affect your family and social life? Our Adult Degree Completion Programs have dedicated counselors who work exclusively with our adult students and can answer
any questions you may have. Our main priority is to help you, our students, succeed. All of our faculty and staff are dedicated to helping you every step of the way. For more information or to register, visit our website at ccsj.edu or call 219.473.4215. Your future is only a click or phone call away. Make Calumet College of St. Joseph “Your University of Choice.”
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“Juniors in high school should begin planning for the college application process,” says Carmen Panlilio, vice chancellor for enrollment management and student affairs at PUC. They have to think ahead and juniors should note on their calendars with what is going to happen next year. They should learn about Cash for College, in.gov/cashforcollege, which equips students and families with practical steps needed to save for college and provides information about the financial aid process. They should also plan to attend a College Goal Sunday event, collegegoalsundayusa. org, where they can get free, on site professional assistance to complete the FAFSA. Tanika House, assistant director of financial aid and student accounts at PUC, says when students fill out their FAFSA, it typically goes through central processing system, which verifies the information. It is then dispersed to the schools listed on the student’s application. At that point, the school will notify students if more documentation is needed. “If they are an Indiana resident and need to update anything, they will be notified and have until May 15,” she says, noting students and parents should be aware of that deadline because the application is null if they don’t make the requested updates. Panlilio says Indiana students who do not fill out their FAFSAs on time are still eligible for federal financial aid but lost their rights to be considered for state aid, cutting their chances in half. “Just have it. It’s free. It takes some time to fill it out but it’s very well worth it,” Panlilio says. For more information, visit purduecal.edu/osafa and fafsa.ed.gov. John Semple, the director of financial aid at South Suburban College in South Holland, echoes the importance of the FAFSA. Semple, who has worked in financial aid for about 25 years, encourages high school seniors to get to know their high school counselors and their potential college’s financial aid offices. “There is financial aid out there for students. Don’t give up,” he says. South Suburban offers a variety of aid including waivers for discounted or free tuition for Indiana high schoolers, students who are 25 and older and 6 . EDUCATION GUIDE . March 21, 2014
Great gifts for current and future college students
FAFSA FACTS ■ Filling out a FAFSA should be free. The official site is fafsa.ed.gov and users should be wary of imposters, which can charge fees. The official site will never ask for credit card or banking information.
Whether the students in your life are in high school and dreaming about their future majors, or in the middle of their college careers, you can shower them with gifts that quench their thirst for knowledge and foster their academic interests. Stumped? Here are a few ideas to brighten the bookshelves and desks of your favorite scholars:
■ Adult students are never too old to file the FAFSA. ■ If you’re younger than 24, unmarried and with no dependents, you are considered a dependent student. You need parents’ information, including current income taxes, for your FAFSA ■ Financial aid is available for full-time and part-time students.
MAKE CRAMMING EASIER
HELPFUL SITES Indiana K through 12 students, current college students and adult returning students can visit CashForCollegeIndiana. org for tips and free resources, including the Indiana College Costs Estimator.
senior citizens. “We’ve granted some degrees out to people in their 70s,” Semple says. The Board of Trustees waiver, for high schoolers who live in district or attend in district high school, provides two years free tuition for those in the top 15 percent of their class or with a 3.5 GPA. “I think a lot of people think that there is something involved in applying for financial aid,” Semple says. “They go in thinking they can’t get any so it’s silly for them to apply. We try to encourage everyone to apply for financial aid.” Part-time students are also eligible for financial aid, he says, and there is no age limit. For more information visit ssc.edu. Illinois students can visit collegezone. com to learn more about the Illinois Student Assistance Commission. Michelle Wilson, a guidance counselor at Merrillville High School, helps seniors with a lot of the college and financial aid concerns. She says most students are afraid to get the process started, but that going through it is the only way to see what type of benefits they can receive.
LearnMoreIndiana.org is a partnership of state and local organizations working to help students of all ages succeed in school, complete college and connect to careers. In print, in person, online and on the phone, Learn more about Indiana Helps Hoosiers plan, prepare and pay for education and training beyond high school. Illinois students can visit collegezone.com to learn more about the Illinois Student Assistance Commission. She encourages all high school seniors to fill out the FAFSA, even if they do not have concerns about paying for college. If finances change in the middle of a student’s college career, such as a drastic decrease in income, having previous FAFSAs on file is an important tool. Even if a student doesn’t qualify for grants, he or she may be able to get a loan from the government with much better interest rates than what is offered at a bank. “If you don’t do it now as a senior, there is a lot more red tape to go though when you get older and go through it in college,” Wilson says. She also advises parents to have their income taxes done in February because the FAFSA cannot be completed without those figures.
For dorm dwellers, book lights are crucial. When roomies are snoozing, night owls can use a book light that attaches to the pages of the book, or a task light that sits atop the desk, to keep studying in an unobtrusive manner. Consider creating a care package full of snacks. But skip the junk food and instead fill up on “brain food.” Nuts, almond butter and popcorn are all great choices containing brain-boosting vitamins and minerals.
SIMPLIFY COMPLEX CONCEPTS
A standard text book covering weighty subject matter sometimes can make things even more confusing for a student. Help demystify some of the hard-to-grasp subjects with a new book series from DK Publishing, “Big Ideas, Simply Explained.” The fully-illustrated series uses innovative graphics and creative typography to cut through the haze of misunderstanding, untangles knotty theories and sheds light on abstract concepts. There are five books currently available: “The Philosophy Book,” “The Psychology Book,” “The Politics Book,” “The Religions Book,” and “The Economics Book,” which covers more than 100 economic concepts from Aristotle to the top economic thinkers of today, and is a 2013 Parents Choice Gold Book Award Winner. More information about these books and forthcoming titles including, “The Business Book” and “The Science Book” is available at us.dk.com.
BROADEN HORIZONS
No matter what your scholar plans to study or is currently studying, you can round out his or her education with a great dose of classic cinema. Consider a set that features the collected works of a gifted director such as Ingmar Bergman or Akira Kurosawa. With the right tools, you can enrich and round out classroom learning in fun and interesting ways. —STATEPOINT MEDIA
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HOW MUCH DO YOU KNOW ABOUT PURDUE CALUMET? t’s Northwest Indiana’s largest university, and it offers 36 baccalaureate and 14 master’s degree programs of study. But what else do you know about Purdue University Calumet in Hammond? Take the following quiz. Answers are published at the bottom.
1. 4. a. A Purdue University Calumet Graduates of Purdue University Calumet earn:
degree b. A Purdue University degree c. A free pizza at graduation
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The education Purdue Calumet graduates gain is distinguished by:
a. Experiential learning b. Opportunities to engage in applied, real world learning, such as research, internships and special projects c. Diplomas prepared on 18th century parchment paper
3. a. #1 Best College/University (by Purdue Calumet is ranked:
readers of The Times) b. #7 nationally for tasty hoagie sandwiches served on campus (by Yum Yum magazine) c. #2 in Indiana for providing a quality education at an affordable price that leads to a competitively paid job for new graduates (by The College Database)
Among nearly 9,000 students who attend Purdue Calumet are more than 700 who:
a. Auditioned to become university Peregrine mascots. b. Are international students. c. Have grandparents who attended a Beatles concert in the mid-1960s.
5. a. 12
Purdue Calumet offers _______ varsity sports teams.
b. 8 c. 4
6. a. Cool dormitories
Purdue Calumet provides campus housing facilities that are:
b. Comfortable apartments c. Replica units of Purdue Calumet’s most famous graduate’s residence
1-b—Purdue Calumet graduates receive the same Purdue degree awarded to tens of thousands of Purdue graduates worldwide.
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Purdue Calumet faculty members include internationally respected scholars in:
a. Steel manufacturing technologies, b. High energy physics c. a, b & lots of other interesting stuff
For details about becoming a Purdue Calumet student, contact our Admissions Office at 219.989.2213 or visit purduecal.edu. ANSWERS:
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4-b—While “c” has yet to be substantiated, our 700+ international students represent 45 nations. 5-a—The 12 teams include baseball and softball squads that debut this spring. Our women’s basketball squad qualified for the 2013 & 2014 NAIA II national tournaments. Purdue Calumet studentathletes also have compiled an average grade point average of 3.0.
2-a & b—That all baccalaureate degree students must complete experiential learning courses in which they apply and demonstrate their knowledge in a real world environment distinguishes the Purdue education offered at Purdue 6-b—…Complete with private bedrooms, Calumet. semi-private bathroom, a kitchen and living room. Very nice! 3-a & c—Purdue Calumet is committed to academic excellence and value. 7-c—OK, this was a giveaway. As some students put it, “Our faculty rocks!” A SPECIAL PUBLICATION OF THE TIMES MEDIA CO.
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MARIAN CATHOLIC’S TRADITION OF STUDY AND COMMUNITY
Marian Catholic High School is a coeducation preparatory Catholic High School within the Dominican tradition of study, prayer, community and preaching. Marian Catholic students seek truth, exhibit personal responsibility, cultivate their individual talents, and demonstrate ethical leadership and Christian service. Marian Catholic High School is proud of its college preparatory curriculum. Marian Catholic offers 17 Advanced Placement classes offering high school students the opportunity to receive college credit for classes taken in high school. As a result, many Marian Catholic students go on to college almost on a sophomore standing. Students who receive a score of 3 or above on at least three Advanced Placement Exams are named Advanced Placement Scholars. Marian Catholic averages well over 100 Advanced Placement Scholars each year. Marian students receive extensive counseling regarding college through the outstanding college counseling program. Some of the universities that the Class of 2013 are attending include: Harvard College, Stanford University, University of Notre Dame, University of Michigan, Washington University, University of Illinois, Northwestern University, University of Chicago, Wake Forest University, Grinnell College, DePauw University, Syracuse University, Indiana University, Purdue University, Illinois Wesleyan, St. Louis University and many more. Marian Catholic offers a four year Leadership Program. One hundred percent of Marian Catholic students receive education in leadership skills such as making good decisions, managing time, establishing priorities, dealing with different personality types, etc. Leadership opportunities
abound across the curriculum as well as in faith, athletics, fine arts, student government and clubs. Faith is an integral part of student life at Marian Catholic High School. Students receive a strong foundation in faith through study and discover the willingness to serve that leads to preaching; compassion that will bring community and strength that comes from prayer. The Campus Ministry program fully engages students as Dominican Ambassadors (retreat leaders) and Dominican Preachers. Service is an outgrowth of the faith foundation given to Marian Catholic students. Even though service is not mandatory, ninety-five percent of Marian Catholic students participate in service to their school, their community and to their church out of the goodness of their hearts. Service opportunities of every kind are available to meet the interests and talents of all Marian Catholic students from feeding the homeless to visiting with senior citizens to rehabbing
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parade and in the Macy’s New York City Thanksgiving parade. But if you do not play an instrument, the Marian Catholic speech team has won nine state championships in the past seven years in such categories as Group Interpretation and Performance in the Round. The Choir program will be performing at Carnegie Hall in New York this April and consistently receives superior ratings at IHSA Organizational contests. The theater program performs such musicals as Beauty and the Beast and Shrek. Marian Catholic’s four year art program helps students prepare for careers in art by preparing their portfolios for prestigious art schools. All students’ talents find an outlet at Marian Catholic. Participation is a part of student life at Marian Catholic. Student government and over 40 clubs and organizations offer another opportunity for students at Marian Catholic to get involved and show their spirit. Dances, service trips, education trips abroad offer Marian Catholic students the opportunity to METRO move beyond the classroom to expand their knowledge. Marian Catholic students have studied the ecology in homes in Appalachia. Costa Rica and Trinidad/Tabago Rain Competing or cheering on the team Forest. They have helped rehab homes is all a part of the spirit of Marian Catholic. With 25 sports teams ranging in Appalachia and toured the cultural from football to fencing, students have wealth in countries such as England, France, Greece, Italy and Portugal. many opportunities to get involved in Marian Catholic teachers engage athletics. Each year Marian Catholic students to think, to learn, to celebrates teams and individuals experience, to understand and to grow participating in state playoffs. Most in their relationships. They mentor, recent state championships were coach and guide Marian Catholic won by baseball in 2012 and women’s basketball in 2013. Four Marian Catholic students through their four years coaches received recognition as Coach of education. More than 90% of Marian’s faculty hold advanced degrees of the Year in 2012-2013. and have an average of 20 years Fine Arts are a point of pride at teaching experience. The faculty has Marian Catholic. The Marian Catholic a strong commitment to professional Band is considered one of the best bands in the United States. The Marian development, strong involvement in student activities and is committed to Catholic Band has been named state caring about Marian Catholic students champion for 34 consecutive years, as individuals. marching band finalists at Bands of Marian Catholic has outstanding America Competition for 29 years. The students who graduate from Marian Marian Catholic Band has won Grand Catholic with a sense of pride and National Championships seven times confidence and go out to meet the which is more than any band in the challenges of life as “Scholars With a United States. The Marian Catholic Soul.” Band has marched in the Rose Bowl MARCH 21, 2014 . EDUCATION GUIDE . 9
UNIVERSITY OF ST. FRANCIS IS FIRST IN HEALTHCARE EDUCATION he University of Saint Francis Crown Point offers two-year healthcare degrees from a school of established excellence in the Chicagoland area. Top quality healthcare instruction by unsurpassed faculty is a long-standing University of Saint Francis tradition. Programs date to the university’s founding, and produce graduates judged by many hospitals and laboratories as their best new hires. Choose your field—and enter the job market or begin a higher degree in two years. Health careers are enjoying robust employment, which will continue as our population ages.
THIS IS YOUR MOMENT Enrollment for associate degrees in nursing, medical laboratory technician and paramedic science is now open for the summer and fall semesters. Take advantage of a high quality education at the University of Saint Francis Crown Point, where a tradition of academic excellence in healthcare is right around the corner. Contact us today at sf.edu/CrownPoint.
12800 Mississippi Parkway, Pavilion U Crown Point, Indiana 46307 877-803-8879, sf.edu/CrownPoint
ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE IN NURSING (ASN)
Demand for ASN graduates will increase 19 percent through 2022, with average salaries of $65,470, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). Graduates can begin work at once or continue through completion of the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) to up their value and salary potential even more.
ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE MEDICAL LABORATORY TECHNICIAN (MLT)
The MLT provides a new health career pathway in the region. Employment for MLTs and technologists will increase 13 percent over the next 10 years, with 42,900 job openings expected by 2020. MLTs can expect to earn $46,680 annually, plus insurance and other benefits from employers like hospitals and clinics (BLS statistics).
ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE PARAMEDIC SCIENCE
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mean wage of $48,350 in that state (BLS). Equipped with the knowledge to quickly assess a situation and save lives, these graduates enjoy a range of opportunities with multiple employers, including hospitals, clinics, government, private ambulance companies and life-flight service providers. Have a deeper conversation about your future. Contact USF Crown Point to enroll fullor part-time today. USF is now accepting applications for summer and fall semester, 2014. Call 219-488-8888 or 877-803-8879 to schedule a campus visit and see sf.edu/ CrownPoint.
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INDIANA TECH DEGREES CAREER OPTIONS n tough economic times, a college degree can open doors to new job possibilities. Indiana Tech offers a careerfocused practical education to prepare graduates for success in the workplace. Indiana Tech’s College of Professional Studies focuses on students with some workplace experience who need to complete an associate, bachelor’s or master’s degree to achieve career goals. The College of Professional Studies has multiple campuses around the state, including a location at 9245 Calumet Ave. in Munster, as well as two locations in Kentucky and extensive
Connie Brown earned both her bachelor’s degree and her MBA at Indiana Tech. PROVIDED
corporate world. The newest degree option is an associate degree in health information technology, which was specifically designed to meet the growing and changing online degree programs. Students can needs of the health care attend at the location most convenient industry. for them, take all of their courses An Indiana Tech advantage online, or mix and match classroom that may seem more important and online courses to meet their as potential students struggle needs. with the cost of college is “I earned my degree quicker than Indiana Tech’s accelerated pace the inclusion of textbook rental in I would have at other educational is ideal for nontraditional students tuition. Indiana Tech also offers several institutions,” says Connie Brown, who who need some flexibility in class earned bachelor’s and master’s degrees payment options, including deferred scheduling. in business administration from Indiana tuition for those who have employer Each class meets just one evening tuition assistance. Tech. “The class sizes are not so large a week for five or six weeks. Online Indiana Tech is accredited by the that you get lost. Professors are able to classes are accessible anytime, give you individualized attention if you Higher Learning Commission of the anywhere with a broadband Internet North Central Association of Colleges need it. I appreciated that.” connection but follow the same and Schools. The career-oriented programs in calendar of five- and six-week courses. For more information, visit accounting, business administration, The combination of an accelerated IndianaTech.edu/CPS or contact an criminal justice, and organizational pace and personal attention makes admissions representative in Munster at completion of a degree more achievable leadership cater to working adults by focusing on contemporary topics in the 219.836.1910. for working adults.
YOU DON’T HAVE TIME FOR A DEAD-END JOB Telling yourself it’s time for a change? Indiana Tech offers career-focused degrees in high-demand fields such as accounting, business, and criminal justice. Online and classroom courses are available to help you build a schedule that fits your life. Get started at Indiana Tech today.
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We’re for students. For late nights.
Big games. And good friends. We believe in working hard, getting somewhere, and then
giving back. We encourage the pursuit of
happiness, fairness, excellence, and success.
We are nurses, biologists, linguists, accountants, marketers, musicians, and
most important, mentors. We stand up: For community.
For opportunity. For self-discovery.
And for you. THERE’S MORE TO BLUE.
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STUDENTS SET OUT FOR
A BRIGHTER FUTURE WITH INDIANA STATE UNIVERSITY
ndiana State University gives you more of what you’re looking for in a university from the moment you set foot on campus. We’re for blue skies and a brighter future. We’re for recycling, wind power, and trees. We were Indiana’s first Tree Campus USA. We’re for a great education and we’re for affordability— not only in tuition but in all student costs. We’re for scholarships—big time! Indiana State awards more than $8 million in student financial awards each year. We’re for helping you graduate on time with a Sycamore Graduation Guarantee for new first-time students, in which we work together to ensure you’ll graduate in four years or any remaining classes are free. Life as a Sycamore is about growing
tall and strong—through classes, research, creativity, campus involvement, and making a difference in communities in Indiana and around the world, thanks to international study opportunities. We’re for preparing leaders in education, business, health and human services, chemistry, physics, math and computer science, technology, biology, criminology, and geology— even oceanography. And that’s just for starters. Indiana State offers an impressive selection of academic programs across five colleges, and many degrees can be completed online. Check out our majors at www.indstate.edu. We’re true, blue, and loyal. Indiana State students, faculty, and staff contributed more than one million hours of community service last year. Twothirds of our graduates stay in Indiana, helping to implement a vision for a better tomorrow. We’re modern. You’ll find newly
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renovated laboratories, academic, and wellness buildings. Our most ambitious student housing upgrade ever is under way and our Student Recreation Center is the envy of many larger campuses. Our campus is walkable. The Campus Cupboard and Barnes & Noble college bookstore offer much of what you need—and a city bus can take you when you just have to get to the mall! There’s more to “blue” at Indiana State. More diversity, more friendly people, more distinctive programs with the offerings of a major university but the atmosphere of a small, close-knit campus. We have more of the programs you want and the experience and affordability you need. Your future begins at Indiana State.
SYCAMORE PREVIEW DAY
The best way to learn more about Indiana State is to come to our beautiful
campus. Sycamore Preview Days are special events designed for high school students, transfer students, and others interested in learning more about Indiana State and college life. Parents and families are welcome (and encouraged) to attend. It’s the best way to experience our energized and engaged campus. The opportunities for the day include a tour of campus; meeting with academic advisors; and talking to a financial aid counselor to learn more about financial aid, scholarships, and other ways to finance your education. Participants also get to have lunch in the residence hall dining facilities (no cost) or eat lunch in the food court (small cost). To register for a Sycamore Preview Day or to schedule a personal visit, or for more information, go to indstate. edu/admissions/visiting.htm. MARCH 21, 2014 . EDUCATION GUIDE . 13
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THE CLASSROOM DIGITAL AGE
Social media grew on college campuses and continues to thrive there. Students use it for everything from staying connected with friends to discussing homework. In some classes, they are also learning how social media rules and strategies will apply when they enter the workforce.
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distraction in the classroom lecture setting, and is strictly prohibited in the clinical setting, it does have some other ocal instructors say that most useful applications.� It has become a predominant form of social media interactions in communication and information sharing, the educational setting are positive, but they still need to with most students being Facebook and/ or Twitter savvy. be properly managed. The campus has a Facebook page Amy Wenk is a full-time dedicated to communicating with faculty member in the nursing program at University students and other parties of interest while students use Facebook to set up of St. Francis at Franciscan Point in Crown Point, a small, private groups to share academic and class information with one another. faith-based university with a main campus in Fort Wayne. Alumni also set up social media groups to stay connected with peers and faculty. She says while social When it comes to faculty and students media “can serve as a
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making hiring decisions. “This is a hot being “Facebook friends” that is a topic. Nothing is truly private within personal decision for them, she says. the world of social media,” she says. “Some professors are Facebook Subir Bandyopadhyay, a professor friends with students, others only of marketing at Indiana University communicate with students in Northwest, teaches a course devoted organized groups, focusing on professional or academic objectives,” to social media marketing and does research on the field. Wenk says. He says they Bob Mucci, director encourage students of the Master of Liberal FROM A BUSINESS to network Studies Program and POINT OF VIEW, through Linkedin, associate professor of SOCIAL MEDIA a professional anthropology at Indiana HAS BEEN VERY networking site where University Northwest in HOT FOR LAST they can connect with Gary, says he has invited potential employers his students to be his FIVE YEARS OR and look for jobs Facebook friends for SO. INITIALLY and internships. It about a year. EVERYBODY provides distancing “Before that I was WANTED TO BE between social and selective and only had PRESENT THERE. professional networks. anthro majors and NOW IT IS MUCH IU has a learning some former students MORE STRATEGY management system as friends. There have embedded with its been no problems and Subir Bandyopadhyay Professor of marketing at own social network, no concerns on my end, Indiana University Northwest he says and students and as a plus many of can use that to the student groups and network with classmates about professional groups have Facebook homework or other topics. pages that are mixed student and He does have 15 to 20 students as faculty.” With social media being an integral Facebook friends but they are all MBA students, he says. part of daily lives as well as a new “Facebook is very personal. Your component of the business world, friends and family circles are out professors have added social media there. I do not feel that kind of lessons to their curriculum. concern but many of my colleagues “As a professional nursing may feel that way.” instructor I have an obligation to During the fall 2013 semester, prepare students for professional Bandyopadhyay began teaching a new nursing practices. This includes course on social media marketing, appropriate use of social media,” which was fully online. Wenk says. The National Council of The students in the course State Boards of Nursing has issued helped local companies develop or guidelines on appropriate use, which upgrade their social or marketing includes guidelines for privacy strategy. Classes like this prepare of patient information as well as concerns that may come up regarding students to use social media in their jobs, something that is of growing employment and disciplinary action for inappropriate or questionable use importance, he says. In marketing, two hot careers are social media of social media. strategy and analytics, where you use “As I tell my students, we are data to drive your decisions. dealing with new issues every “From a business point of view, day related to this technology. I social media has been very hot for last discuss responsible, professional five years or so. Initially everybody use of social media with students wanted to be present there. Now it at all levels starting from their first is much more strategy.” Businesses nursing course.” pick and choose what things will help She uses real life examples to illustrate ethical and legal issues that their business and are looking at the plenitude of data generated when can arise with use of social media. making those decisions. Seniors slated to graduate in May Local businesses are glad students are working on an ethical debate are being trained in social media, project and one topic being explored is the legal and ethical implications of Bandyopadhyay says, and there are potential employers checking nurses’ new jobs for those with social media Facebook and Twitter accounts before business skills. A SPECIAL PUBLICATION OF THE TIMES MEDIA CO.
FOR A SUCCESSFUL SCHOOL YEAR
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uring the school year, it can be tough for students to keep their work organized. With dozens of assignments, tests and projects, it’s easy for some things to get lost in the chaos. It may start with one loose book or crumpled paper thrown into a locker or backpack, but it can quickly balloon into a disaster area without proper maintenance. Don’t let messes and disorganization stand in the way of success in the classroom. New technologies and old organization tricks can help you stay neat and organized throughout the school year:
e-All-in-One printer, students can save time creating lab-quality photos and laser sharp documents by printing from their smartphones, tablets and Internetconnected PCs.
TECHNOLOGY CAN HELP
No matter if a student is in grade school, high school or college, having the right technology can help keep everything straight. An all-in-one desktop PC, such as the HP ENVY Rove20 All-in-One, will help streamline everything from research to art projects to book reports and study aids. With a versatile design and built-in battery, students can easily move it from room to room. For college students, a device like the HP Split x2 is great for getting things done. It transitions effortlessly from a STAY ON TASK notebook to a tablet so students can It is always smart for students to take notes in class and then go back to maintain a separate section in a the dorm to web chat with their families. notebook or binder for every class. If More information on technology that there are several parts to one class, can help students succeed is available at keep a section in the binder for each part of that class. Avoid using a different HP.com. binder for each class as often it is unnecessary and will cause clutter. E-BOOKS Consider saving space in your locker, book bag or dorm room by opting for GET DESKS IN SHAPE e-textbooks. Looking up unfamiliar At home and at school, desks are a words, taking notes, searching for place for learning, concentration and passages and highlighting sections for personalization for students. A lot can be learned about a student’s personality later review is quick and easy on an by looking at items on top of the desk or e-reader. The school year doesn’t have to be inside the desk drawers. filled with messes and clutter. There Students can keep their desks are always new ways to be productive, organized and show off their personal stay organized, and live connected style by using a variety of webthroughout the school year. With just connected printing solutions, gadgets some focus, determination and the right with touch technology and detachable tech tools, organization can easily be hybrid PCs, such as those from HP. For example, with the HP ENVY 4500 achieved. -STATEPOINT MEDIA MARCH 21, 2014 . EDUCATION GUIDE . 15
HOW TO PICK
THE RIGHT COLLEGE Selecting the right college means not only choosing where you’ll live for the next four years, but finding the best fit for your personality, interests and your family’s financial situation. It’s often one of the biggest decisions many teens have ever faced.
f you’re considering several colleges, the best way to compare them is to make a list of the things that are most important to you and see how each school stacks up. You might include proximity to home, athletics or arts programs, campus size, etc. When listing pros and cons, consider cost, academics, social life and the impact it will have on your future career.
CONSIDER COSTS
According to the most recent Annual Survey of Colleges by the College Board, students attending a four-year college in their own state will spend an average of $17,860 on tuition, fees and room and board during the 2012-2013 academic year. The average price tag jumps to $39,518 per year for a private four-year college. To cover the costs, parents and students may need to consider student loans, financial aid and scholarships. You
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making indiana great ivy Tech community college is the largest and fastest-growing college in indiana. We offer the most affordable tuition in the state and credits can easily transfer to four-year institutions. and, an ivy Tech degree is respected by employers in the fastest-growing fields.For five decades, the state’s largest public post-secondary institution and the nation’s PROVIDED
The Paralegal Program at Ivy Tech prides itself on upholding a high standard for the curriculum.
largest singly-accredited statewide community college system has educated the workforce that makes our community thrive.
IVY TECH NORTHWEST PARALEGAL PROGRAM OFFERS NEW COURSE or many prospective students the decision of a major area of study can be quite daunting. After all it is difficult to know if a particular program will be a proper fit without knowledge of the industry and/or hands-on experience. For the first time, Ivy Tech Community College Northwest will offer PARA 101, a 16-week Introduction to Paralegal Studies this Fall. The new course will discuss the different paralegal associations and the potential jobs and necessary skills needed in the industry such as: legal research and interviewing and legal writing. PARA 101 will be offered as follows: on Tuesdays from 11am to 1:45pm at the Michigan City campus, on Mondays and Wednesdays from 1:30pm to 2:45pm or Mondays from 6pm to 8:45pm at the Valparaiso campus. The Paralegal Program at Ivy Tech prides itself on upholding a high standard for the curriculum. To ensure this standard is not only met but exceeded, the program covers many substantive areas of law and engages the students in an environment where they receive practical skills. The overall goal is to give students the necessary skills and knowledge to be successful
as entry level paralegals working under the supervision of lawyers. Students and graduates of the Paralegal Program will be able to: practice as a legal assistant or paralegal in either the private or public sector, apply ethical reasoning, communicate effectively in written and oral forms, perform legal research, and demonstrate critical and creative thinking. There is also ample support to help ensure a successful transfer to a four year institution for those students who would like to continue their studies upon completing their Ivy Tech program. Fall 2014 registration began March 15. For more information please contact Nicole Fech, Paralegal Program Chair, at (219) 464-8514 Ext. 3041 or visit ivytech.edu/paralegal-studies/index.html. Ivy Tech Community College is the state’s largest public postsecondary institution and the nation’s largest singly accredited statewide community college system serving nearly 200,000 students annually. Ivy Tech has campuses throughout Indiana. It serves as the state’s engine of workforce development, offering affordable degree programs and training that are aligned with the needs of its community along with courses and programs that transfer to other colleges and universities in Indiana. It is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North Central Association.
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can get a list of available scholarships from your high school guidance counselor as well as the colleges and universities you want to attend. It’s important to start your scholarship search early and look at all possible sources. For example, Foresters, an international life insurance provider committed to family well-being, offers the Foresters Competitive Scholarship Program, which awards up to 250 tuition scholarships for higher learning worth up to $8,000 each in the US and Canada for eligible members and their spouses, children and grandchildren.
RANK YOUR PRIORITIES
Cost may be one of the biggest factors when choosing the right college, but there are many things to consider while researching each prospective school. Though some people judge a school solely on published college rankings, it may be more important to find the rank of specific departments within those schools. A top medical school or culinary program could be part of a school that doesn’t have a high overall ranking. Assessing what you value most in an educational program will
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NARROW DOWN TOP CHOICES
Plan a few campus visits to get a feel for campus size, dorm life, the school’s resources and how helpful school staff will be. Finally, make sure any scholarship you might be awarded can be used at the schools you have on your short list. For example, Foresters Competitive Scholarship can be used for tuition at any vocational or trade school, college or university offering a full-time academic program of two years or more. If you find yourself overwhelmed by all of the choices, just make the best decision you can with the information you have. Many students change majors during their college days. What may be the best fit academically now can change as quickly as what you want to be when you graduate. — FAMILY FEATURES
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Indiana taxpayers are eligible for a state income tax credit of 20% of contributions to their CollegeChoice 529 account, up to $1,000 credit per year. This credit may be subject to recapture from the account owner (not the contributor) in certain circumstances, such as rollover to another state’s 529 plan or non-qualified withdrawal. Please review the CollegeChoice disclosure document carefully prior to investing.
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SETTING UP STUDENTS FOR SUCCESS IU Northwest makes getting a world-class IU education convenient
ndiana University Northwest understands the challenges students face in completing a bachelor or master degree. Consider the convenience IU Northwest offers to help students achieve academic success. IU Northwest offers undergraduate and graduate degrees in more than 70 academic programs, including: • Arts and Sciences (including Master of Science in Clinical Counseling and Master of Liberal Studies) • Business and Economics (including AACSB-accredited Evening and Weekend MBA) • Health and Human Services (including Master of Public Affairs and Master of Social Work) • Education (including Master of Science in Elementary or Secondary Education, or Educational Leadership)
ACCOMMODATING STUDENTS
With more than 90 online courses in 16 disciplines currently being offered, expansion of online learning is an IU Northwest campus priority, and is steadily becoming more embedded into the framework of the Northwest campus’s curriculum. Along with online options, continuing attention is paid to course scheduling, to ensure that students have courses available in ways that align with their many commitments. IU Northwest has developed a number of resources specifically designed to address the unique needs of students in their first year. From workshops to improve study skills and information sessions about specific majors, a number of opportunities are detailed on a “First Year Experience” web page that directs students to the resources they need that will help them easily transition to college-level study. Another way to help students succeed and graduate is to provide opportunities to earn college credit
PROVIDED
IU Northwest students get a world-class education conveniently close to home. while still in high school, which also enables them to earn Honors Diplomas. The campus’s Early College and Dual Credit agreements with area high schools have grown significantly, enabling qualified students to earn college credits and prepare for the transition to college-level study. In July, IU received final funding approval to proceed with construction of a new 106,000-square-foot, $45 million academic building, to be located on the IU Northwest campus. The new Arts & Sciences building will likely include academic and administration space and facilities for the IU Northwest Departments of Communication; Fine Arts; History, Philosophy, Political Science, and Religious Studies; Minority Studies; Performing Arts; and Sociology and
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Anthropology. The new building will serve the educational needs of both IU Northwest and Ivy Tech-Northwest students, which will strengthen the partnership between the two institutions and enhance the transfer-student pathway. Shared space for both institutions will include classrooms, conference rooms, and student lounge/study areas. Construction is expected to begin later in 2014. The building is anticipated to take two years to complete, with a projected opening in fall 2016.
COMMUNITY SERVICE ENHANCES LEARNING
An estimated 2,100 students annually contribute more than 126,000 servicelearning hours, demonstrated through course work and projects that are
integral to the academic experience and connect students with their communities. Service-learning opportunities for students often result from communitybased engagement partnerships, and in some cases, an opportunity for crossdisciplinary curriculum. The examples of students putting their education to work in their communities cross all disciplines. Business students provide lowincome families with tax preparation assistance. Public and Environmental Affairs students assist with crime and emergency-response mapping for local police and fire departments. Students in medical fields offer free health checks to Glen Park residents. Education students work in urban classrooms through the Urban Teacher Education Program. MARCH 21, 2014 . EDUCATION GUIDE . 19
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